The aim of Cervicalcheck.ie is reduce the number of deaths by diagnosing the cancer earlier. We have acted for many women who fell outside this age bracket where cancer of the cervix was not suspected due to their age.

Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis

Cervical cancer misdiagnosis can happen when symptoms are mistaken for heavy periods or the menopause. It is vital these signs are investigated by medical staff:

Pain and bleeding after sex

Unusual vaginal discharge

Bleeding between periods

Changes in menstrual cycle

Consequence of Late or Misdiagnosed Cervical Cancer

We have acted in medical negligence actions for patients where diagnosis of cancer was not made at the earliest opportunity. A delay in diagnosis may result in:

more invasive surgery

radiotherapy

additional chemotherapy

Claiming on Behalf of a Loved One

If a loved one has died because of a delay in the diagnosis of cancer, we can guide you through the legal process to: